Vonaz 200 MG Injection

Vonaz 200 MG Injection is used in the treatment of several serious fungal infections. One of them is invasive aspergillosis, an infection that starts in your lungs and gradually spreads to the other organs through the bloodstream. The medicine can also treat esophageal candidiasis which is a yeast infection causing white patches in your mouth and throat. Apart from this, yeast infections of the skin, kidney, stomach, bladder and wounds can also be cured by Vonaz 200 MG Injection. Belonging to the group of antifungal medicines called triazoles, it works by slowing down the fungal growth that is known to cause the infection.

The dosage of the medication is decided by your doctor based on your general health, the type of infection you are suffering from and your response to the medication. You need to take this drug at least an hour before or after having your meal.

The common side effects of Vonaz 200 MG Injection include agitation, anxiety, headache, dry mouth, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. They generally require no medical attention but you can consult your doctor if it keeps bothering you. However, there may be some serious side effects that must be reported at once. It could be:

• An allergic reaction like skin rashes, itching, hives, swelling of mouth and lips
• Difficulty in breathing
• Change in your vision
• Dark urine and pale-coloured stool
• Seizures, tremors or hallucinations
• Blistering, loosening or peeling of skin, including the insides of the mouth
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Yellowing of the eyes or the skin

Vonaz 200 MG Injection can cause changes in your vision or blurriness. It is advised to avoid driving or using any kind of machinery while you are under this medication. Also, stay away from direct and strong sunlight or wear protective clothing during this time as the medicine can make the skin sensitive to the rays of the sun.

• Invasive Aspergillosis

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection is used to treat infections in the lungs or immune system caused by Aspergillus strain of fungus.

• Esophageal Candidiasis

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection helps against infections in the throat caused by Candida strain of fungus.

• Candidemia

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection is used to cure infections of the blood caused by Candida strain of fungus.

• Fungal Pneumonia

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection prevents and manages infections that affects the lungs caused by Histoplasma capsulatum and Candida strains of fungi.

• Fusariosis

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection is helpful in treating infections that affect immunocompromised patients caused by fusarium strain of fungus.

• Allergy

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection is not advised for use if you have a known allergy to it.

• QT Interval prolonging drugs

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection is not suggested for co-administration with medications that can cause specific changes in heart rhythm.

• Increased Sensitivity Of The Eyes To Sunlight

• Skin Rash

• Abdominal Pain

• Convulsions

• Dizziness

• Increased Thirst

• Yellow Colored Eyes Or Skin

• Muscle Pain

• Irritability

• Severe Sunburn

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of about 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The top effect of this medicine is usually observed within 1 to 2 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not suggested for pregnant women unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor to know the potential benefits and risks before taking this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies are reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This injection is known to excrete through breast milk. Do not breastfeed if it's necessary to take this medicine. Consult your doctor to know the potential benefits and risks before taking this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Vonaz 200 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Vorier 200 MG Injection

  Zydus Cadila

• Voritek 200 MG Injection

  Cipla Ltd

• Voritrop 200 MG Injection

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Vocozo 200 MG Injection

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Itaspor 2% Powder

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dosage then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Inform your doctor immediately if you are experiencing symptoms of overdose.

Vonaz 200 MG Injection is an antifungal. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol which is an important component of fungi cell membrane by inhibiting cytochrome P-450-mediated 14 alpha-lanosterol demethylation, thus helps in inhibiting the growth of the organism.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is not known. It is suggested to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Alprazolam

  Report the usage of either of the drugs to the doctor so that suitable dosage adjustments can be suggested. Monitoring of blood levels might be required in some cases. Symptoms like drowsiness and difficulty in breathing should be reported immediately to the doctor.

  Cisapride

  Use of Vonaz 200 MG Injection while you are taking Cisapride is not recommended. Inform your doctor about the usage of Cisapride so that suitable replacement for Vonaz 200 MG Injection could be prescribed.

  Clopidogrel

  Inform your doctor about the usage of either of these medicines. Dosage adjustments for Clopidogrel might be required in such cases.

  Warfarin

  Usage of Vonaz 200 MG Injection along with Warfarin is recommended only after dosage adjustment. Safety monitoring is a must in such cases. Signs and symptoms like headache, presence of blood in vomit and urine, weakness, unusual bleeding should be reported immediately.

  Atorvastatin

  Use of Vonaz 200 MG Injection with Atorvastatin is not recommended. Inform your doctor about the usage of either of these medicines so that suitable replacement could be suggested. Symptoms like muscle pain and weakness coupled with fever, joint pain and chills should be reported immediately.

• Interaction with Disease

  Liver Disease

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection should not be used with caution if you suffer from impaired liver functioning.

  Qt Prolongation

  Vonaz 200 MG Injection should be used with caution if you have QT Prolongation.

  Kidney Disease

  Do not use this medication in case you have any active kidney disease.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  It is better to take Vonaz 200 MG Injection at least 1 hour before or after food for better absorption of the medicine.